Working with us

CHAIN aims to build value for our stakeholders while delivering positive societal impacts in a sustainable, ethical and principled manner.

CHAIN works with academic and industrial partners that can support gut-microbiome target discovery and CADDTM platform expansion. We have a track record in obtaining grant awards to support collaborative research projects.

CHAIN also seeks licensing partners from the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries for our lead asset CHN-1 which delivers a potent anti-inflammatory to the gut targeting inflammatory bowel disease.

Careers

Building a team of experts:

At CHAIN, we are building a team of expert scientists and business specialists to develop the company into a global healthcare leader specialising in diseases related to the human microbiome. We seek talented individuals who value hard work and creativity and share our vision.

As our novel biotherapeutics progress towards the clinic, we are keen to hear from interested candidates with clinical trial expertise. Expertise in the human microbiome, immunology, synthetic biology, and regulatory affairs are also desirable. In addition, we are interested in experts who can help shape and manage the drug development process in our business operations.

CHAIN is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. The company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. If you are interested in working for CHAIN please contact info@chainbiotech.com

Current opportunities:

To support our multi-disciplinary team in a collaborative project with the University of Oxford, based at MediCity Nottingham, we are now recruiting for Senior Scientist and Junior Scientist positions. See below for job descriptions.

Please send your CV and cover letter in pdf to info@chainbiotech.com. The application deadline is 18th of January 2019. Interviews will take place shortly after.

Senior Scientist

The role will include:

Research and development for grant supported projects

Support of the day to day running of the laboratory

Supervision of a Junior Scientist

What we expect of you:

PhD in Microbiology or related discipline with at least 2 years’ experience working in a molecular microbiology background

Good record keeping

Highly motivated team player

Experience with anaerobic bacteria and fermentation desirable

What we offer:

Exciting opportunity to be at forefront of microbiome research

Small team with great spirit

Flexible working hours

Competitive salary

An opportunity to make a difference

Junior Scientist

The role will include:

Supporting research and development work

Supporting senior scientist in day to day running of the laboratory:

Preparing and maintaining stock solutions and media

Maintaining calibration status of equipment

Environmental monitoring

Stock checks and ordering

What we expect of you:

BSc/MSc with at least 2 years’ experience working in a microbiology background

If you are interested in joining a dynamic, growing healthcare biotech startup, please send your CV and cover letter in pdf to info@chainbiotech.com. The application deadline is 18th of January 2019. Interviews will take place shortly after.

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